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HX03 XXJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,952 mi
Last recorded127,952 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 XXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 127,952 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 127,946 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 117,236 miles

advise bushs front week

Pass 1 Jul 2014 104,408 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 9 Jul 2013 93,003 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 5 Jul 2013 92,928 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 9 Jul 2012 86,419 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear wheel slightly binding

Fail 6 Jul 2011 80,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 80,373 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 73,901 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

child seat fitted to the nearside rear seat

front brake discs are corroded

nearside rear tyre is perished and cracking

rear exhaust box is heavily corroded

slight uneven rear brake application

Pass 27 Aug 2010 73,901 miles

child seat fitted to the nearside rear seat

front brake discs are corroded

nearside rear tyre is perished and cracking

rear exhaust box is heavily corroded

slight uneven rear brake application

Pass 30 Jun 2009 67,217 miles

both front tyres are bold in edges and low on tread

child seat fitted to n/s/r

full engine under tray fitted

full plastic floor pan covers fitted

rear exhaust is corroded and in poor condition

scratches in windscreen

wipers are smeary

Pass 24 Jun 2008 62,012 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat

rear exhaust heavily corroded and in poor condition

Pass 6 Jun 2007 58,140 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 53,241 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 53,241 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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HX03 XXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,642 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX03 XXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX03 XXJ registered?

HX03 XXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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